Visa & Entry Requirements by Country in Helsinki, Finland
1. Schengen Visa
Required for non-EU/EEA citizens. Allows travel within the Schengen Area for up to 90 days in a 180-day period.
- Application Process: Involves filling out an application, providing required documents and attending an interview at the embassy
- Processing Time: Varies depending on the embassy but can take several weeks to months for a decision
- Validity Duration: A Schengen Visa is typically valid for up to 5 years, multiple entries allowed during this period.
2. Finland Visa
Required for non-EU/EEA citizens visiting Finland outside the Schengen Area. Valid for a specific purpose and duration.
- Visa Types: Includes business, work, study, family visit, and other types depending on the purpose of stay.
- Application Requirements: Varies by visa type but typically includes invitation letter, proof of financial means, and travel insurance.
- Processing Time: Can take several weeks to months for a decision. Expedited processing is available for an additional fee.
3. Estonia Visa for Finnish Citizens
Allows Finnish citizens to travel to Estonia without a visa. Valid for stays up to 90 days within a 180-day period.
- Visa Waiver Agreement: Enables Finnish citizens to travel visa-free due to an agreement between Finland and Estonia.
- Validity Duration: A visa waiver is valid for multiple entries during the 180-day period specified.
- Documentation Required: No specific documents are required when traveling to Estonia under a visa waiver agreement.
4. Sweden Visa for Finnish Citizens
Allows Finnish citizens to travel to Sweden without a visa. Valid for stays up to 90 days within a 180-day period.
- Visa Waiver Agreement: Enables Finnish citizens to travel visa-free due to an agreement between Finland and Sweden.
- Validity Duration: A visa waiver is valid for multiple entries during the 180-day period specified.
- Documentation Required: No specific documents are required when traveling to Sweden under a visa waiver agreement.
5. Russia Visa for Finnish Citizens
Requires a visa for Finnish citizens. Valid for the specified purpose and duration.
- Visa Types: Includes tourist, business, work, and student visas depending on the purpose of stay.
- Application Requirements: Varies by visa type but typically includes an invitation letter, proof of financial means, and travel insurance.
- Processing Time: Can take several weeks to months for a decision. Expedited processing is available for an additional fee.
6. USA Visa Waiver Program (ESTA)
Allows eligible Finnish citizens to travel to the USA for tourism or business without a visa. Valid for stays up to 90 days.
- Application Process: Involves filling out an online application and paying a fee.
- Processing Time: Decisions are usually made within minutes to several days, depending on the time of year.
- Validity Duration: An ESTA is valid for two years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first.
7. UK Visa Waiver Program (ETIAS)
Expected to launch in 2023, ETIAS will allow eligible Finnish citizens to travel to the UK for tourism or business without a visa. Valid for stays up to 90 days.
- Application Process: Involves filling out an online application and paying a fee.
- Processing Time: Decisions are expected to be made within minutes to several days, depending on the time of year.
- Validity Duration: An ETIAS is valid for three years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first.
8. China Visa for Finnish Citizens
Requires a visa for Finnish citizens. Valid for the specified purpose and duration.
- Visa Types: Includes tourist, business, work, and student visas depending on the purpose of stay.
- Application Requirements: Varies by visa type but typically includes an invitation letter, proof of financial means, and travel insurance.
- Processing Time: Can take several weeks to months for a decision. Expedited processing is available for an additional fee.
9. India Visa for Finnish Citizens
Requires a visa for Finnish citizens. Valid for the specified purpose and duration.
- Visa Types: Includes tourist, business, work, and student visas depending on the purpose of stay.
- Application Requirements: Varies by visa type but typically includes an invitation letter, proof of financial means, and travel insurance.
- Processing Time: Can take several weeks to months for a decision. Expedited processing is available for an additional fee.
10. Australia Electronic Travel Authority (ETA)
Allows eligible Finnish citizens to travel to Australia for tourism or business without a visa. Valid for stays up to 3 months.
- Application Process: Involves filling out an online application and paying a fee.
- Processing Time: Decisions are usually made within minutes to several days, depending on the time of year.
- Validity Duration: An ETA is valid for 12 months or until the passport expires, whichever comes first.
11. New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA)
Allows eligible Finnish citizens to travel to New Zealand for tourism or business without a visa. Valid for stays up to 3 months.
- Application Process: Involves filling out an online application and paying a fee.
- Processing Time: Decisions are usually made within minutes to several days, depending on the time of year.
- Validity Duration: An NZeTA is valid for two years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first.
12. Canada Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)
Allows eligible Finnish citizens to travel to Canada for tourism or business without a visa. Valid for stays up to 6 months.
- Application Process: Involves filling out an online application and paying a fee.
- Processing Time: Decisions are usually made within minutes to several days, depending on the time of year.
- Validity Duration: An eTA is valid for 5 years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first.
13. Japan Visa Waiver Program (Dependent Region)
Allows eligible Finnish citizens to travel to Japan for tourism without a visa. Valid for stays up to 90 days.
- Application Process: Involves registering online prior to departure and obtaining a landing permission upon arrival.
- Processing Time: Decisions are made at the port of entry in Japan.
- Validity Duration: A visa waiver is valid for multiple entries during a 1-year period specified.
14. South Korea Visa Waiver Program (Dependent Region)
Allows eligible Finnish citizens to travel to South Korea for tourism without a visa. Valid for stays up to 90 days.
- Application Process: Involves registering online prior to departure and obtaining a landing permission upon arrival.
- Processing Time: Decisions are made at the port of entry in South Korea.
- Validity Duration: A visa waiver is valid for multiple entries during a 1-year period specified.
15. Thailand Visa on Arrival
Allows eligible Finnish citizens to obtain a visa upon arrival at select airports in Thailand. Valid for stays up to 30 days.
- Application Process: Involves filling out an application form and paying a fee upon arrival.
- Processing Time: Decisions are made at the port of entry in Thailand, typically within minutes to several hours.
- Validity Duration: A visa on arrival is valid for a single entry and is not extendable.